Military and Family Life Counselor - Adult- Child Youth and School

Job Summary Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to become local and licensed at the independent level as a Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-R or LICSW-CP), Mental Health Counselor (LPC or LMHC), or Therapist (LMFT) or equivalent independent licensure. This position has the primary responsibility of providing the full breadth of Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) counseling services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations, including civilian expeditionary workforce and their families (when activated). These services may include non‑medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel at child development centers, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB counselors will be assigned to child development centers, youth programs, summer camps, and on‑demand assignments. The counselors work closely with the installation and military branch points of contact (POC) to assure that the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation. Responsibilities Provides non‑medical, short‑term, solution‑focused counseling directly to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned primary and secondary locations. Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow‑up as indicated. CYB counselors also focus on supporting the staff and personnel of Child Development Centers, youth programs, and summer camps (if available/assigned) as well as providing parent support, training, and guidance. Provides training and health and wellness presentations, participates in health fairs and other base/installation activities focused on children and youth. Enters counselor activity data daily through smartphone or web application to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation while maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of service/family member. Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources focused on children and youth and provides appropriate linkages. Consistently visible within the assigned location(s) which allows MFLC services to be accessible. When working with children, counselor must abide by line‑of‑sight protocol. Partners with POC to provide CYB services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation/facility. Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director. Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations and in facilities to which the counselor is assigned. Responds to critical incidents and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. Cyb will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed or at the request of the Regional Supervisor/Regional Director. Participates in regular in‑services/training, Quality Improvement committees, initiatives, studies, pilot programs and other contract activities as assigned/appropriate as directed by the customer and/or Magellan. This includes participation in pilot program certification and training processes, completion of activity documentation, integration of pilot activities in non‑medical counseling work, and the utilization of applicable technology to complete required activities. All other duties as assigned. The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all‑inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. Qualifications Master’s Degree from an accredited graduate program in a mental health related field. Valid unrestricted independent counseling license from a state, District of Columbia, U.S. territory or Commonwealth granting authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner. Minimum of two years of post‑license clinical experience. Intermediate‑level competencies in technology and software (Microsoft Suite, internet navigation, smartphone/tablet and application navigation, video‑conferencing platform navigation). Ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned to accomplish job functions and respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting, including traversing short and/or long distances within the base to both indoor and outdoor locations, maneuver through rugged or uneven terrain, and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditions. Ability to prove U.S. citizenship and be fluent in English. Understanding, sensitivity, and empathy for children, service members and families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Pass a Child National Agency Check and Inquiries (CNACI) clearance, an Installation Records Check (IRC), a criminal history background check and FBI fingerprints check. Vehicle operator’s license requirement: unless waived, must possess a valid U.S. state vehicle operator’s license and may be required to obtain a U.S. military vehicle operator’s permit for commercial sedans and similar vehicles for use at TDY locations if required. Must meet the Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology. School assigned counselors must have past work experience in a school setting to qualify for assignment. Salary & Benefits Salary Minimum: $59,922 Salary Maximum: $100,280 This position may be eligible for short‑term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Equal Employment Opportunity Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco‑free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All employees must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures. Magellan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era status, or any other factors protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Magellan Health